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In a compelling college basketball encounter, the Drexel Dragons (5-4, fifth in Coastal Athletic Association) are set to challenge the West Virginia Mountaineers (3-5, 14th in Big 12) at the WVU Coliseum. The matchup, scheduled for 4:00 PM ET on December 9th, offers an intriguing contrast in styles and strengths. Drexel, despite their middling record, brings a solid rebounding game and defensive resilience, while West Virginia, underperforming in the Big 12, looks to leverage their home advantage to bounce back.
The Drexel Dragons, currently fifth in the Coastal Athletic Association with a 5-4 record, present a fascinating mix of defensive resilience and rebounding strength. Offensively, the Dragons average 64.8 points per game, placing them 340th nationally. Their shooting struggles are apparent, with a field goal percentage of 42.5 and an even more concerning three-point percentage of 26.2. However, their free-throw shooting is relatively solid at 71.0%. One of Drexel's standout aspects is their rebounding, where they averaging 40.0 rebounds per game, ranking 46th in the nation.
Defensively, Drexel is more formidable, allowing only 61.8 points per game, which is 18th best nationally. They hold opponents to a field goal percentage of 38.4 and a thre e-point percentage of 27.8, showcasing their ability to disrupt shooting. In their recent loss against Princeton, Drexel's defense was challenged, but their resilience was evident as they managed to keep the scoreline competitive.
Team leaders like Amari Williams, averaging 11.7 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, are crucial for Drexel's performance. Williams also leads the team in blocks with 2.2 per game, while Justin Moore contributes with 3.0 assists and 1.2 steals per game. Their leadership and statistical contributions will be pivotal in the upcoming game against West Virginia.